Ken MastrocolaKen MastrocolaExecutive DirectorWealth Partner
"I manage our team’s fixed income and opportunistic investing, drawing from extensive experience I've honed throughout my career."
About Ken
Ken Mastrocola has more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry as a trusted partner helping clients manage their wealth.
Ken manages our team's fixed income and opportunistic investing, drawing from extensive experience he's honed throughout his career. He started at Bay Bank Capital Markets (1988–1991), where he traded bonds for institutional clients. He then joined Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (1991–2011) as a Senior Vice President of Wealth Management, helping high-net-worth clients and endowments with complex financial strategies.
Throughout his career, Ken has immersed himself in research and has access to professional strategists, analysts, and economists that help him lead our team's qualitative research process.
Ken graduated from Bentley University with a B.A. in Economics and Finance, in addition to a minor in Business Administration. In his spare time, he enjoys road biking and skiing, as he is also a member of the Mad River Glen Ski Area in Vermont. Ken and his wife, Tina, live with their five children in Hamilton, Massachusetts.
Insights
Markets and Economy
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Outlook
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Wealth Planning
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Wealth Planning
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Wealth Planning
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Markets and Economy
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Banking
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Cybersecurity
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Markets and Economy
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September 12, 2025We consider valuations, concentration and capital expenditure investing before putting money to work in equities.Read NowOutlook
August inflation ticks up slightly: Is the Federal Reserve still on track for a rate cut?
September 12, 2025Consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, bringing annual inflation to 2.9% as the Federal Reserve weighs interest rate cuts.Read NowWealth Planning
Retirement and estate planning for unmarried couples
September 10, 2025Unmarried couples may find that they have some extra hoops to jump through in their financial lives. Learn about these challenges and some steps you can take to overcome them.Read NowWealth Planning
The duties of a trustee
September 9, 2025There are several important factors that should go into the decision of who to elect as a trustee. Learn what to consider to ensure the assets you leave behind are well cared for.Read NowWealth Planning
Protecting estate plans from hostile family members may be advisable
September 9, 2025LGBTQ+ persons may need to take additional precaution with their estate planning documents to ensure their wishes are honored.Read NowMarkets and Economy
August jobs report shows stalling labor market; rate cut could be on the way
September 8, 2025August's jobs report showed signs of the labor market stalling, which could trigger a Federal Reserve rate cut in September.Read NowBanking
Managing cash: Making sure your assets are well protected
September 8, 2025Choosing where and how to hold your cash reserves is as important as any investment decision.Read NowCybersecurity
Mind your business: How to keep your company cyber secure
September 8, 2025Does your business’ cybersecurity need some TLC? With cybercrime on the rise, it’s important to understand how you can keep your business accounts and assets well protected.Read NowMarkets and Economy
The rate-cutting playbook: Fixed income in focus
September 5, 2025The Federal Reserve looks set to cut rates this month. Here’s where we see opportunity.Read Now
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